Switzerland Votes on 27 September: Everything You Need to Know

Switzerland Votes on 27 September: Everything You Need to Know

On 27 September 2026, Swiss citizens will head to the polls for two federal popular initiatives that deal with very different questions: how Switzerland defines and applies its neutrality, and how much food the country should produce domestically and how that food should be produced. The vote comes at a time when questions around Switzerland's international role, security [...]

Discovering Basel: Expats Share Their Honest Experiences

Discovering Basel: Expats Share Their Honest Experiences

At My Swiss Story, I spend a lot of time listening to people's experiences of living in Switzerland. Some conversations happen over coffee, others at our events, and many through the stories our community shares with us. But every now and then, I like to step outside our own community and see what conversations are [...]

The Evolution of My Swiss Story: From Blog to Community

The Evolution of My Swiss Story: From Blog to Community

Every story has a beginning, and some of the most meaningful ones start in the simplest way. What you see today as My Swiss Story, a growing community, shared experiences, and conversations across cities didn’t appear overnight. It came together step by step, through small ideas, real moments, and a lot of intention. What started [...]